Buchanan Family Award in Memory of Josh Buchanan

Description: The Buchanan Family Award in Memory of Josh Buchanan has been created by Sterling Buchanan, in loving memory of his and Sharon Kikkert’s son, Josh Buchanan, who tragically passed away after a snowmobile accident in 2021. Josh was a dedicated, hardworking young man who graduated from Holland College’s Plumbing / Pipefitting program in 2016. One of the proudest days of Josh’s young life was the day he obtained his Red Seal certification. Josh will forever be missed by his family, friends, and co-workers.

Criteria: Applicants must be entering the Plumbing/Pipefitting program at Holland College and submit an essay outlining how they demonstrate the qualities that Josh embodied: self-motivation, a solid work ethic, integrity, respectfulness, honesty etc. Applications must also include a letter of support is from a previous employer or teacher that speaks to the qualities listed.

Applies to: Plumbing/Pipefitting

Donor
Josh Buchanan, in Memory of
Award
$1,500
Deadline
2024/03/31
Supplemental Questions
  1. Please include an essay demonstrating your self-motivation, work ethic, integrity, respectfulness and honesty.
  2. Please include a reference letter from a former teacher or employer that speaks to how you demonstrate: self-motivation, work ethic, integrity, respectfulness and honesty.